1356 South Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110

The 1356 South Van Ness Avenue property is a two-story, 6-unit multi-family residential building located in San Francisco's Inner Mission neighborhood. Built in 1900 and currently owned by Ip Anita Joke Yong, this apartment building has undergone several significant maintenance and safety upgrades over the years. Most notably, a seismic upgrade to the ground floor and partial foundation work was filed in December 2019, with an estimated cost of $15,000.

The building's electrical systems have received substantial attention, with a comprehensive 200-amp service upgrade and installation of 7 new meters and sub-panels completed in 2003, followed by additional electrical work in 2009 involving lighting, switches, receptacles, and smoke detectors. The building has experienced multiple maintenance and safety issues over its history, with several significant complaints emerging between 2002 and 2023. Noteworthy incidents include a possible faulty wiring issue in 2009 that almost caused a fire (with response from fire services), multiple complaints about hot water problems (including a complete lack of hot water in 2002 and inadequate water temperature in 2016), electrical outlet issues, window security concerns, and various instances of inadequate maintenance.

More recent complaints in 2023 highlighted issues with fire extinguisher compliance and common area maintenance, though these were resolved within a few months. The property has also experienced routine fire safety incidents including a gas leak and smoke scare, neither of which resulted in civilian injuries. While there have been several tenant buyouts in the surrounding units (1358 South Van Ness Avenue), the most recent buyout at 1356 was for $5,000 in December 2020. The building's current condition suggests regular maintenance attention is being given to address safety and compliance requirements, though some historical issues indicate a pattern of recurring maintenance challenges.